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Wedding Planning: Where to Start

Couple taking engagement photos near Magnolia in Waco, Texas

So, you’re engaged now and super excited to start your new life. There’s only one problem, now you have a wedding to plan and have no idea where to start. Wedding planning doesn’t have to be overwhelming though. If you break your planning process up into smaller steps, instead of worrying about the big picture, […]

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Couple in parking garage engagement session

Cool + Classy Editorial Engagement Photoshoot

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Skyler and Daniel brought the class for their editorial engagement photoshoot in downtown Dallas. The session started at a bar where they both ordered drinks and we had some fun playing around with posing and using the drinks in some flash photography shots.  In order to achieve the urban vibes Skyler and Daniel wanted, we […]

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Why Add a Second Photographer?

Guests toasting at wedding reception

As a wedding photographer, I am perfectly confident and capable of capturing your Waco or Austin wedding solo. On the other hand, two sets of eyes are always better than one. If a second photographer is something you’re thinking about, or if you are curious as to what exactly a second photographer will do, I […]

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17 Songs For Your Wedding Planning Playlist

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While there can be many feelings associated with wedding planning, it’s most important to focus on the positive like your excitement and happiness in settling down with the love of your life! Your day should be all about your love and the happiness that led you to this moment and that will guide you beyond. […]

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Why Photograph a Surprise Proposal?

Surprise proposal at Magnolia Silos in Waco, Texas

If you’re planning a surprise proposal for your special someone, your number one priority is probably keeping it a secret. Don’t think that just because you want to keep it under wraps, you can’t have a photographer. In fact, your photographer might even be able to help you pull off your surprise engagement without a […]

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Bride carrying bouquet down stairs

Creating Your Wedding Mood Board

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If you’re new to the wedding planning process but have no idea where to begin, creating a wedding mood board is a great place to start. As a wedding photographer, I definitely understand the need to have some visuals. A wedding mood board is the perfect medium to lay out all of your ideas and […]

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Beautiful + Energetic Waco Wedding

Photographing Alyssa and Justin’s wedding was such a special time for me. This couple has the cutest love story which you can read about in the post about their engagement shoot. We started the day with getting ready photos, which gave a nice, calm morning before the coming festivities. Justin was excited to have some […]

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Couple hugging near river during an outdoor engagement session in Waco

Soft and Sweet Waco Engagement

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Callie and Al’s love for each other was as radiant as the sun that rose just before their photoshoot at Cameron Park. The outdoor summer session captured the sweet and kind natures of this Fort Worth couple. We took a variety of outdoor photos including some by the river, in the woods and on the […]

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Meet The Photographer

Bride and groom holding hands at wedding ceremony

I find that it’s important to get to know your photographer, especially when it comes to who is shooting your wedding, one of the most important days of your life. I’m a wedding photographer based in the Waco and Austin areas. I’d love to introduce myself and give insight to my approach to wedding photography. […]

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Deciding on a First Look

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First looks are rapidly growing in popularity. But, what is a first look, and how do you know if it’s right for your wedding? While all of this is purely up to you and what you desire out of your wedding I have created a list of why you may or may not want to […]

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